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This paper examines the effects of acupuncture on specific symptoms of menopause. The author points out that, as one of the prevalent non-pharmaceutical methods of managing pain, stress and other physiological problems, acupuncture has proven itself to be useful in reducing the symptoms of menopause. The paper concludes that acupuncture is positively indicated for treatment of menopause symptoms.

From the Paper
"Acupuncture eases symptoms of menopause. As one of the prevalent non-pharmaceutical methods of managing pain, stress, and other physiological problems, acupuncture has proven itself to be useful in reducing the symptoms of menopause. Acupuncture has been part of Eastern medicine for millennia, but it only relatively recently made an appearance in North America, about thirty years ago. Since then, acupuncture has been demonstrated to have a positive effect on many physical ailments and, in several studies both scientific and anecdotal, it has been shown to trigger an endorphin release that provides an entirely safe, medicine-free method of achieving pain relief. It is the purpose of this story to demonstrate the significance and efficacy of acupuncture as it applies to the treatment of the symptoms of menopause."

Tags:menopause, acupuncture, treatment

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This paper discusses the use of acupuncture in the treatment of male and female infertility. The paper begins by examining clinical research studies and empirical research projects on the efficacy of various acupuncture techniques. The paper then provides protocols with respect to improving fertility rates. The paper includes an annotated bibliography.

Tags:acupuncture, infertility, clinical research

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The paper relates that acupuncture is one of a number of alternative medical treatments that have gained adherents in the United States over the past few decades. The paper looks at how the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine identify five categories of alternative treatment, these being alternative medical systems, energy therapies, manipulative and body-based method, mind-body interventions, and biologicals. The paper discusses how acupuncture falls into the first category, that of alternative medical systems, and explains that this system was developed in the Far East centuries ago and has been transferred to other parts of the world since.

From the Paper
"Acupuncture is one of a number of alternative medical treatments that have gained adherents in the United States over the past few decades. The National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine identify five categories of alternative treatment, these being alternative medical systems, energy therapies, manipulative and body-based method, mind-body interventions, and biologicals. Acupuncture falls into the first category, that of alternative medical systems. This system was developed in the Far East centuries ago and has been transferred to other parts of the world since. One of the most popular forms of eastern medicine being appropriated by..."

Tags:acupuncture, alternative, medicine

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This paper reviews a study which was conducted to observe the effectiveness auicular acupuncture on postoperative vomiting. According to the paper, one-hundred patients, all female, underwent the same surgery - transabdominal hysterectomy. The paper concludes that while the structure, justification, and reliability of the results of the study aren't clear, the implications are quite positive.

From the Paper
"The study of focus here was conducted to observe the effectiveness auicular acupuncture on postoperative vomiting. One-hundred patients, all female, underwent the same surgery - transabdominal hysterectomy. The paper concludes that while the structure, justification, and reliability of the results of the study aren't clear, the implications are quite positive.Paper Title The study of focus here was conducted to observe the effectiveness auicular acupuncture on postoperative vomiting. One-hundred patients, all..."

Tags:acupuncture, treatment, nausea

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The paper defines the incidence of depression and notes that it affects all persons, irrespective of race, background or gender. The paper discusses conventional medical methods of treatment and then extrapolates with sources in detail, case studies of the methods and successes achieved through acupuncture.

Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Discussion
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"Mr. K first showed signs and symptoms of a major depression mood disorder in March 2003. He functioned poorly at home and at work for approximately two months. He lost interest in the usual things he did and withdrew socially. He could not make decisions as easily as before. He had trouble sleeping and getting out of bed. He lost zest. He lacked concentration and motivation. He suffered from poor memory, poor appetite and non-specific physical symptoms.. He also blamed himself for his low spirits. He was anxious, sad and irritable. Up to March 2005, all his treatments failed. His resistant depression was disabling. He continued to consult with Dr. Browne although he was not interested to pursue further medical treatment. At this point, Mohit Khosla suggested that he try acupuncture. The patient tried it and he said he had begun to feel better. He said he noticed significant improvement in his health. The dosage of his medication was reduced. He began to eat better, began socializing again, and his mood lifted. His motivation has, however, remained at a low level and he experiences some neuro-negative symptoms. "

Tags:medicine, depression, mental, health, acupuncture

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The paper explains that Medicare is a federal health insurance program that generally covers the elderly or individuals less than 65 years that have specific disabilities or end stage renal disease. The paper discusses how Medicare as a health care driver had its origins rooted in efforts to cater to the needs of people entering retirement or otherwise unable to afford health insurance from private providers. The paper explains that, acting as a safety net for these individuals, Medicare was originally conceived to provide fee-for-service patient care within an infrastructure that was rigid. The paper contends, however, that the apparent anachronisms of Medicare, while well-intentioned, have had indirect consequences on the US health care infrastructure.

From the Paper
"Medicare is a federal health insurance program that generally covers the elderly or individuals less than 65 years that have specific disabilities or end stage renal disease. Medicare as a health care driver had its origins rooted in efforts to cater to the needs of people entering retirement or otherwise unable to afford health insurance from private providers. Acting as a safety net for these individuals, Medicare was originally conceived to provide fee-for-service patient care within an infrastructure that was rigid. The apparent anachronisms of Medicare, while well-intentioned, have had indirect consequences on the US health..."

Tags:nursing, medicare, health

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This paper describes in detail the new prescription drug program that is part of Medicare, better knows as Medicare Part D. The paper describes each prescription drug program and discusses factors that should play into choosing a plan. The paper further describes how one becomes eligible for Part D. Also described is the development of health related public policy and the expansion of health insurance coverage. The paper concludes expressing hope that any cheating or fraud within Medicare Plan D would be reported immediately.

Outline:
Introduction
Social Forces
Political Forces
Cultural Forces
Technological Forces
Ethical Forces
Economic Forces
Effect of Current Issues on Future Initiatives in Healthcare Delivery

From the Paper
"Medicare Part D is a part of the social health insurance that is provided by our government. Social health insurance is an entitlement program, not a charity. Medicare benefits, including Part D, are earned by the enrollee during the course of their employment. The fundamental aim of this government provided program is to provide prescription health care coverage to the American society."

Tags:medicare

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This paper focuses on the United States health care system and Medicare. It further discusses the regulatory agencies within the country that directly affect Medicare, the systems, and the patients.

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"Health care regulatory agencies within the United States have a significant impact on Medicare services. These agencies affect accreditation of health care providers that is necessary to treat Medicare patients. The agencies further stipulate rules that must be followed by providers in order for Medicaid services to be reimbursed by the Federal government. While Federal agencies are closely connected to the United States Congress as regulations are considered, the inclusion of State regulatory agencies in the Medicare structure adds to guidelines that many in health care believe are currently out of control. In 2001 the Health Care Financing Administration was renamed, and reorganized as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It was contended by many in the United States that HCFA had become too bogged down by Federal regulations that were directly related to congressional decisions, and was, therefore, controlled by the United States Senate."

Tags:medicare, health, care

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This is a short paper reviewing the June 2005 web posting to the Guidant.com website highlighting Medicare's payment system to hospitals for inpatient and outpatient services and Medicare's Resource Based Relative Value Unit payment system to physicians. The article is divided into 5 major sections plus a well designed diagram and the paper follows the same topical outline.

From the Paper
"Medicare, Medicaid and various governmental or public health insurances are continually under scrutiny and revision with current plans for revision looking at the Japanese model of paying a physician: paying physicians and hospitals based on keeping individuals well. Medicare is one of the most widely discussed and most frequently revised plans. "

Tags:medicare, system, payments

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The paper discusses complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). also called bio or natural medicine, as a group of differing health care systems, practices and products, which are a holistic answer to conventional medicine. The author points out that biomedicine or conventional medicine is a reductionist model, which focuses on individual parts with little or no attention to the connection among these parts. The paper relates several natural medical approaches for processes such as childbirth and death and for various diseases from pharyngitis to cancer.

From the Paper
"A re-evaluation of the environment requires a re-evaluation of health care. The obsolete "one-ill-one-pill-one-bill" physicians' formula should be abandoned for a more realistic view. The study of disease must include and encompass the environment, the host and the culture. It should necessarily include a search for deeper solutions than merely a technological fix. It should recognize and apply the principles of diversity, accept human limitations, trust in nature's healing power and consider the ecosystem as a whole."

Tags:one-ill-one-pill-one-bill over-medicalization, personal awareness, acupuncture medicare